Solaga UG

Solaga is a biotech startup founded in Berlin that specializes in the development and application of microalgae for air purification. Founded by Benjamin Herzog and Johann Bauerfeind, both with a background in biology and biotechnology, the company aims to significantly improve air quality in indoor and outdoor spaces.

Solaga is known for its innovative product, the algae picture "Alwe", an eco-efficient wall decoration that contains living microalgae biofilms. These biofilms bind and deactivate air pollutants such as CO2, VOCs (volatile organic compounds), and nitrogen oxides, while simultaneously producing oxygen. The algae picture is space-saving, low-maintenance, and can even work effectively in poorly ventilated rooms with low light exposure[2][4].

In addition to the algae picture, Solaga is working on further projects, such as the multifilter for urban air purification and the production of biogas and hydrogen through algae. These initiatives aim to develop sustainable solutions for air purification in cities and the production of green energy[1].

Solaga's mission is to free the air from health-damaging pollutants to enable a longer and healthier life for all. The company believes that the natural properties of microalgae can provide a revolutionary solution for air purification. Solaga strives to establish algae in all areas of life as biological air purifiers, thereby contributing to a better and greener world[1][2].

Solaga is strongly committed to sustainability research and development. The company adheres to the principles of the circular economy and explores the production and use of bioeconomy products such as biogas and hydrogen. The algae biofilms require only CO2 and sunlight to live, making them low-maintenance and environmentally friendly. Solaga has already received several awards and nominations for its innovative solutions, including the "German Sustainability Award Design 2021" and the award as one of the 100 innovative projects in the "Germany Land of Ideas" competition[1][2].

Solaga plans to further disseminate its products and integrate them into homes, offices, and urban infrastructures. In the coming years, the urban multifilter is expected to contribute to sustainable air purification in cities, and the algae picture is set to become a familiar sight in many indoor spaces. Through strategic partnerships and continuous research and development, Solaga aims to take a leading role in biological air purification[2][3].

• 1 - https://www.solaga.de
• 2 - https://startupvalley.news/de/solaga-alwe-algenbild/
• 3 - https://www.solaga.de/team/
• 4 - https://www.startbase.de/organization/solaga/
• 5 - https://humboldt-innovation.de/de/startupservice/startup-portfolio/solaga-ug-haftungsbeschraenkt